urban japan

Urban Japan: The Neighborhood is a Dojo

In a neighborhood that feels more like a communal living room than a city, one well-placed body slam might just hold the power to change the world.

Nov 7 •

Patrick M. Lydon

Urban Japan: The Benefits of Neighborhood Factories. Really.

From handmade goods to industrial production, Japan’s neighborhood factories offer more than just jobs—they play a crucial role in creating sustainable…

Oct 10 •

Patrick M. Lydon

Urban Japan: The True Cost of Cars and Parking

Free street parking is not exactly free, and most Americans are paying a lot for it without knowing. This week we look at the real cost of street…

Oct 2 •

Patrick M. Lydon

Urban Japan: Why Is It So Good?

This week starts a series revolving around the neighborhood below, a typical urban neighborhood in Japan.

Sep 25

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